Welcome to Balcony Boss!
I started this blog after 20 years of living in apartments around the world and seeing first-hand how often balconies go unused or underutilized – including my own!
Balconies are awesome, and we should all use them more often. Sometimes, though, we need a little bit of help. That’s where this blog comes in.
Whether you need help with jumpstarting ideas or with step-by-step how-to guides, this blog is for you. We have all the resources you need.
Let’s get started!

What do you need help with?
A Little Inspiration to Help You Get Started
Sometimes, the easiest way to start is by seeing what others have done with their balcony spaces. Here are some helpful articles to jumpstart your creativity:
Designing and Decorating a Balcony
Not sure what to do with your space? There’s a lot to think about. Here are some of the most popular topics to start with. You can also check out Balcony Decorating 101.
Balcony Layout / Design
Balcony Decor
- Balcony Decorating Ideas by Budget
- Balcony Style Overview
- Everything to Consider when Decorating a Balcony
Balcony Furniture
Balcony Floors, Walls, Rails
Balcony Maintenance
Balcony Gardening
You’d be surprised at what you can grow and maintain on a balcony. It just takes a little bit of homework to figure out what’s best.
- Balcony gardening essentials
- Balcony Garden Ideas for Small Spaces
- Best plants for a small balcony
- Everything to know about balcony railing planters
- Best hanging plants and pots for a balcony
- How to create balcony privacy with plants
Balcony Essentials
- The Balcony Weatherproofing Guide
- Balcony Security 101
- Balcony Checklist: What Every Balcony Should Have